Detroit's image of a proper rust-belt city in the depths of despair during the Great Recession and the subsequent filing of bankruptcy in 2013 has been reshaped into an inspiring story of resilience and resurgence....

Both lodging markets experienced a prolonged recovery following the national recession late last decade, partially attributed to the controversial SB 1070 immigration law; however, the loss of MLB Spring Training in 2011 and the federal government sequestration...

Business and IndustryThe service industry supports much of the employment in the city, and while some industries have declined in recent years, new entities have entered the market, and overall unemployment has improved....